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Ranking BC’s Top-Five 2019 Offseason Departures, Acquisitions

Andy Backstrom July 16, 2019
The Eagles will have to fill the void left by 13 NFL signees—nine of which were undrafted free agents—but a much-needed kicker and a pair of four-star recruits isn’t a bad start.
Allen, Harris Selected in Third Round of 2019 NFL Draft

Allen, Harris Selected in Third Round of 2019 NFL Draft

Andy Backstrom April 27, 2019
Zach Allen was picked 65th overall by the Arizona Cardinals—about an hour later, Will Harris became a Detroit Lion at pick number 81.
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What We Learned About BC’s 2019 Draft Class From the NFL Combine

Andy Backstrom March 5, 2019
BC sent a school record seven prospects to Indianapolis—over the course of the four-day pre-draft workout period, some Eagles surprised, while others underwhelmed.
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What We Learned About BC’s 2019 NFL Draft Class From the Senior Bowl

Andy Backstrom January 30, 2019
The Eagles sent four players to this year's Senior Bowl, the second most of any school in the nation—the All-Star game was a breakthrough for one BC prospect, but for another, it was nothing short of a setback.
BC Hires Eric Lewis as Defensive Backs Coach

BC Hires Eric Lewis as Defensive Backs Coach

Peter Kim January 25, 2019
Lewis arrives at BC with more than a decade of college coaching experience, including stints as defensive coordinator for Eastern Michigan and Weber State as well as a year at Louisville coaching cornerbacks.
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Inside Look at BC’s Top Eight 2019 NFL Draft Prospects

Andy Backstrom January 17, 2019
The Eagles haven't had more than four players drafted in a single year in the current seven-round model—in all likelihood, that'll change this April.
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Cheevers Decides to Forgo Senior Season, Declare for 2019 NFL Draft

Andy Backstrom January 5, 2019
In his first year as a starter, Hamp Cheevers finished the season tied for the nation lead with seven interceptions and only allowed 35 receptions and 433 yards on 74 targets.
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In Down Year for ACC, Eagles Fail to Capitalize and Falter Late

Bradley Smart December 3, 2018
Despite traditionally strong programs like Virginia Tech, Miami, and Florida State struggling, the Eagles failed to take advantage and instead limped to a fourth-place finish in the Atlantic Division.
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Program-Record-Breaking 13 Eagles Receive All-ACC Honors

Andy Backstrom November 27, 2018
Ranking second in the conference only behind three-time defending league champion Clemson, BC boasts 13 All-ACC players this season—including four First Teamers—both of which are program records.
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Notebook: Self-Inflicted Wounds Define Eagles’ Loss in Regular Season Finale

Bradley Smart November 25, 2018
BC jumped offside six times, couldn't contain Eric Dungey, and ultimately bowed out of the regular season with a disappointing 21-point loss to visiting Syracuse.
Football's Recent Performances Show it Deserves College GameDay

Football’s Recent Performances Show it Deserves College GameDay

Peter Kim November 5, 2018
The Eagles are playing their best football at the right time, and their last two wins over traditional ACC powerhouses show that they deserve the spotlight of College GameDay
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Football Practice Field Dedicated in Chamberlin’s Honor

Bradley Smart September 27, 2018
The field was dedicated in former four-year football star and successful businessman Frank Chamberlin's name, who passed away after a fight with cancer in 2013.
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